Originally posted by: Sparklesparkle
HeyyCan u guys help me out here? Those of you that are married and are in relationships espWhat qs should we ask in an arranged marriage set up? Esp when its in its initial stages and youre getting to know the personI completely blank out each time, its so embarrassing
I'm not married not am I in a relationship, but a few of my friends who've attended arranged marriage set ups or are currently in a relationship have told me the following advice:
1. Though you are nervous, remember to be yourself and to trust your instinct. If someone says something that doesn't sit well with you, trust your gut. Don't fake your personality to please that person.
Example) My friend, who was 23/24 at the time, messaged someone (as this was during the height of the pandemic) who treated her like a child (he was 31). She initially tried to make herself sound more mature, but she slowly started to hate speaking to him.
2. Ask questions you might normally ask when you get to know a friend. These questions can be:
āWhat is your favorite food?
āWhat are your hobbies?
āWhat is your job/school life like?
āDo you like to travel?
Or you could ask more personal questions relevant to them if you know anything at all (i.e., if they love cricket, you could ask when they started playing, if they love Chinese food, you could ask what dish they specifically like)
They might seem awkward to ask at first, but once they respond, you can lead the conversation in a comfortable way.
Example) Same friend from before, met her current boyfriend via the following online conversation (based on what she told me)
Her: So, I heard you like sweatshirts?
Him: Yes, I love sweatshirts!
Her: What will it take for me to get a sweatshirt?
Him: Well, first you'll have to marry me š
Her: Woah, buddy, before marriage, don't you think we need to know each other a little more?
Him: Haha, yes. If that's the case, my name is ____
My friend's closet is now filled with multiple sweatshirts (too many to count) š¤£. And now the rest of her family are building up a sweatshirt collection too.
Just remember the best of conversations happen when the other person is willing to make the effort as well. So, if they don't respond as enthusiastically, know that it is fine. You both probably wouldn't have connected anyway, and now you've saved yourself your valuable time.
3. Though this is somewhat strange, practice really makes perfect. The more you talk to others, the more comfortable you become. Questions that used to sound awkward begin to sound normal.
4. Always know that your happiness comes first. If you don't feel happy, feel free to end the conversation.
That's the advice that I can offer you. Sorry, if this is not what you are looking for. Ask me in another 5 years and I should be married by then š¤£